Description

Embark on a nocturnal adventure at the Bear Country Night Trek in Waco, Texas, where runners can choose from 5K, 10K, or 15K trail runs, along with a 10K ruck, on the Cameron Park trails. As darkness descends, headlamps illuminate the challenging terrain, providing a thrilling experience under the starry sky. Join us for an authentic nighttime trail run through the heart of Bear Country on Friday or Saturday Night.

Course Overview

- Surface: Dirt & Rocky Single Track Trails.
- Course: Cameron Park Trails
- Elevation: Hilly showing 1300ft elevation gain for 15K loop.
- Location: Cameron Park Redwood Shelter (2300 Cameron Park Dr, Waco, TX 76708)
- Weather: Historic Average 75-80 degrees night time weather
- No Cup Race: We don't serve cups, please make sure to bring your own water-carrying system!

Location and Times

Cameron Park Redwood Shelter (2300 Cameron Park Dr, Waco, TX 76708)

Schedule - Friday
6:30PM to 8:30PM - Early Packet Pickup + Texas Outlaw Running Pop Up Store
8:30PM - 5K & 10K Friday Races Start *headlamp required*

Schedule - Saturday
6PM to 9PM - Packet Pickup + Texas Outlaw Running Pop Up Store
8PM - 5K, 10K, 15K Saturday Races Start *headlamp required*
8:30PM - 10K RUCK Starts *25lb minimum*
12AM - Cutoff/Park Closes (3.5 Hours)

What You Get

RACE GEAR/AWARDS:
- Bear Country Night Trek Tri-blend Tee
- Bear Country Night Trek RUCK Patch
- 1st Place awards for all distances M & F
- DFL "Dead Freakin' Last" awards for 15K

RACE EXPERIENCE:
- Aid Station Food & Hydration
- Scenic Course
- Photography
- Fully Marked/Supported Course
- Friendly & Encouraging Race Staff/Volunteers

Texas Summer Night Series

This race is a part of the Texas Summer Night Series. The 2025 "Texas Summer Night Series" spans all across Texas. Complete 3 out of the 6 races in the series to complete it.



Anyone who completes 3/6 runs in this series receives all 3 collectible medals in addition to a Texas Summer Night Series Water Proof Sports Duffle Bag


- June 14th | Fire Trail Running Festival (near San Antonio TX) Sign Up
- June 28th | Eastern Legend (near Lufkin TX) Sign Up
- July 12th | Noche Trail Runs (near Kerrville TX) Sign Up
- Aug 9th | Bear Country Night Trek (Waco TX) Sign Up
- Aug 23rd | Fiesta Night Run (San Antonio TX) Sign Up
- Sep 6th | Lone Star Night Run (near Fort Worth TX) Sign Up

More Information/Refunds/Discounts

For more detailed information, including the course map, other race info, and aid stations, please visit the www.TexasOutlawRunning.com or click "Website" above. Pre-race emails are sent out 1-2 days prior to race day.

Runners may receive a full race credit to any race of their choosing with a minimum 14-day notice. Race credits cannot be transferred for notices less than 14 days. We do not offer full refunds. Receive your credit by canceling your registration. To cancel, log into Ultrasignup > Registration History and select “Edit” to cancel your race. Your credit needs to be used within one year. If you need an extended time to use your credit due to medical reasons (including pregnancy) or military deployments, please reach out beforehand.

We proudly offer discounts for all active duty military & first responders. Please email texasoutlawrunning@gmail.com with an ID of your profession to claim your discount.

Please note, Texas Outlaw Running Company does not ship out race apparel or medals if a runner does not show up for the race.

Event's current local time: 1:21 PM CT